Zestocef 100 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zestocef Information

Zestocef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Zestocef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zestocef. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Zestocef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Zestocef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Zestocef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Zestocef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zestocef related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Zestocef have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Zestocef may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Zestocef is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Zestocef Benefits & Uses
Zestocef Dosage & How to Take
Zestocef Side Effects
Zestocef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zestocef with Other Drugs
Zestocef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zestocef
Zestocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zestocef Benefits & Uses

Zestocef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Zestocef Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zestocef Related Warnings

Is the use of Zestocef safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Zestocef in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Zestocef safe during breastfeeding?

Zestocef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zestocef on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Zestocef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zestocef on the Liver?

Zestocef is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zestocef on the Heart?

Zestocef is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zestocef with Other Drugs

Zestocef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Zestocef Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zestocef unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zestocef

Is this Zestocef habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Zestocef is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Zestocef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zestocef should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Zestocef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Zestocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zestocef

It is safe to take Zestocef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zestocef

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zestocef.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zestocef

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Zestocef with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Zestocef and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Zestocef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Zestocef is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Zestocef?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Zestocef can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Zestocef?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Zestocef can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Zestocef with azithromycin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Avoid taking Zestocef with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.